1990 740GLE 16 Valve “Eve”

Ex850R

Custom plates could be bought surely

Clive740

Ex850R
Custom plates could be bought surely

Not an option on historic rego in NSW.

Clive740

I found this old photo , taken by the previous owner prior to the new paint job. It’s not the best quality photo, but it doesn’t look like it really needed new paint. He said it had some stone chips and a car park dent in the back right guard. You can just make out the crease in photo, just forward from the tail light.

He also wanted to give it the 760 treatment with body coloured bumpers and mirrors. I must admit, it does look better for it.

Clive740

Update on the horrid NSW historic plates.

I’m reasonably happy with this look now.

Clive740

It’s been a while since I updated this thread……..

But the cooling system has now had some love, to replace the 33 year old radiator and hoses.

…….. also treated to new genuine coolant bottle and cap.

……… also control arm stays received full set of new bushes front to rear.

………. also found the only genuine Volvo exhaust kit in Australia?

I snapped it up because it was only a few dollars more than the cost of an aftermarket mild steel system. Not installed yet!

Clive740

I was very proud to come home with two trophies from the Volvo Car Club NSW Show and Shine event.

I’m very passionate about my car and love the time I spend on it, probably best not to think about the money spent.

Totally thrilled with the result.

242GT

Amazing example of a the 740GLE and a 16V into the bargain , real credit to its owner.

Clive740

242GT
Amazing ecample of a the 740GLE and a 16V into the bargain , real credit to its owner.

Cheers mate!

Clive740

It’s been quiet on the Volvo front for me for a while. But I recently got some enthusiasm again and showed some love for the 740 and added some bling. I added the Volvo type reflective stripes to the front and rear bumpers and finally got around to fitting the genuine bonnet protector. I also splashed out on a period NRMA grill badge. It sits well on the chrome grill in my opinion, but I guess I’m showing my age.

Beep

The stripes look great. Can I ask where you got them from ? Are they genuine or aftermarket ?

Clive740

Beep I just ordered 3M reflective tape on eBay. Luckily it’s available in 10mm width that my car needs.

jamesinc

I have a nostalgic fondness for the grille badges, I think they look good!

Beep

Thanks for the reply. Could you please, if possible, provide a link to the one you used on eBay. I’ve found a couple that suit but not sure on the quality of the tape. I too have a 740. Cheers

Clive740

Beep What year is your 740? 1989 or earlier needs a wider stripe.

Clive740

I can’t figure out how to copy a link from eBay onto here. I’m finding this new format harder to use than the old format.

242GT

Clive740 I can’t figure out how to copy a link from eBay onto here. I’m finding this new format harder to use than the old format.

Me to , we need a new version Oz Volvo for Old Blokes , all in favour raise your hand

jamesinc

Clive740 you just paste the link, same as old forum

Beep

My 740 is a 1990 . It appears a 1cm tape would fit nicely.

Ex850R

Beep
Google 3M reflective tape, many will come up even local safety suppliers

Beep

Thank you, will do.

Ex850R

242GT
I’m thinking I couldn’t get stuff to work before so where am I located!?

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